Sumer Umbang - Umsning, Ri Bhoi
Sumer Umbang is a village situated in the Umsning subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from Umsning and around 19 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumer Umbang is 278022. The village falls under the 793104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Umsning Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sumer Umbang
According to the 2011 Census, Sumer Umbang village had a total population of 267 people, including 136 males and 131 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.93%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 80.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 136 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 103 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 37 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Sumer Umbang
Sumer Umbang is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sumer Umbang
Sumer Umbang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongpoh to Sumer Umbang is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumer Umbang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumer Umbang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sumer Umbang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumer Umbang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sumer Umbang
Where is Sumer Umbang located?
Sumer Umbang village is located in Umsning Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sumer Umbang?
The pincode of Sumer Umbang is 793104.
What is the population of Sumer Umbang?
Sumer Umbang had a total population of 267, including 136 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Sumer Umbang?
Sumer Umbang had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumer Umbang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumer Umbang was 83.93%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 80.91%.